1976 Nissan Violet vs. 2011 Tata Indigo
To start off, 2011 Tata Indigo is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 1,428 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Nissan Violet is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Tata Indigo (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1976 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo should accelerate faster than 1976 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Tata Indigo weights approximately 200 kg more than 1976 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1976 Nissan Violet is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Nissan Violet. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Tata Indigo, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Tata Indigo (120 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Tata Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Nissan Violet | 2011 Tata Indigo | |
| Make | Nissan | Tata |
| Model | Violet | Indigo |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 1405 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 120 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2460 mm |
